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LX55 LYJ

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2016
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

126,032 mi
Last recorded126,032 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2015
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX55 LYJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 8 Aug 2015 126,032 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 117,501 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 101,270 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 92,320 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 79,203 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 66,250 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 51,587 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 37,987 miles

both front tyres wearing outer edge

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?

Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
6,412
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
683,668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 240,078
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 76,831
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 67,503
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,298
coil spring broken 61,560
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LX55 LYJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 83,800 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 240,078 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LX55 LYJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LX55 LYJ registered?

LX55 LYJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is LX55 LYJ safe to buy?

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Does LX55 LYJ have outstanding finance?

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